August weather forecastKalikavu, India

August

Weather in August

August, like July, in Kalikavu, India, is another warm rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), bearing a close resemblance to July. An average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is recorded in the month of August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Kalikavu are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Kalikavu, in August, during 24.5 rainfall days, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kalikavu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240 days and collects up to 1446mm (56.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kalikavu, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of August, in Kalikavu, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:35 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Kalikavu, India, the average sunshine in August is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in August, in Kalikavu, is 28.4°C (83.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Kalikavu are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In Kalikavu, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

In Kalikavu, India, in August, it is raining for 24.5 days, with typically 214mm (8.43") of accumulated precipitation.

In August, the average day length in Kalikavu, India, is 12h and 29min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kalikavu, India, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:35 pm IST.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Kalikavu is 6.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kalikavu, India, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

Average pressure in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (60%).

Average rainfall in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average rainfall in August: 214mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (247mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average rainfall days in August: 24.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Kalikavu, India

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (8km).